John Provow
Princeton
Summary
Detail-oriented General Assembler at Ingersoll Rand with expertise in electrical wiring and mechanical assembly. Proven ability to enhance production line efficiency and accuracy through meticulous quality checks and problem-solving skills. Recognized for exceptional craftsmanship and a commitment to workplace safety, ensuring high-quality finished products and reliable systems.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
General Assembler
Ingersol Rand
Princeton
04.2010 - Current
- Operated and maintained various hand tools for assembly and repair tasks.
- Wired motors, starters, and control panels according to specifications.
- Installed and connected control panels and electrical systems.
- Performed plumbing tasks, including working with copper tubes, hoses, and fitted tubing.
- Utilized crating techniques and operated nail guns for packaging and assembly.
- Certified forklift operator with experience using both sit-down and stand-up forklifts.
- Skilled in operating picker and scissor lifts for material handling and assembly.
- Assembled equipment and systems based on technical drawings and schematics.
- Conducted system testing, including hooking up to live power and verifying functionality.
- Inspected systems for leaks, ensuring compliance with quality standards.
- Took electrical readings (amps, CFM) and performed quality audits to ensure operational efficiency and safety.
- Increased product reliability by meticulously following assembly instructions and blueprints, ensuring accurate component placement.
- Reduced assembly errors by conducting thorough quality checks and maintaining strict attention to detail.
- Provided exceptional craftsmanship when working with delicate components, ensuring the production of high-quality finished products.
Forklift Operator
Midstates
Peru, IL
06.2001 - 09.2008
- Loaded and unloaded trailers in a fast-paced cross-dock environment, ensuring timely and accurate freight handling.
- Communicated with dispatch to coordinate freight assignments for incoming and outgoing trailers.
- Managed freight logistics, confirming the quantity and type of cargo for each trailer and driver.
- Ensured efficient trailer scheduling and organization to optimize workflow and minimize delays.
- Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
- Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
- Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Collaborated with team members to complete tasks quickly and increase overall productivity.
- Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Coordinated with supervisors to prioritize tasks, ensuring the most urgent shipments were processed first.
Education
GED -
Illinois Valley Community College
Oglesby05-2000
Skills
- Power tools operation
- Workplace safety
- Fastening techniques
- Production line efficiency
- Mechanical assembly
- Adaptive learning
- Precision measurement
- Electrical wiring
- Component identification
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Hand tools proficiency
- Critical thinking
- Machine operation
- Assembly and production
- Accuracy
Certification
Forklift Certification
- Sit-Down florklift-Elec. and LP
- Standup Electric Truck
- Scissor ist
- Walkie-Stacker
- Small Stock Picker
Timeline
General Assembler
Ingersol Rand
04.2010 - Current
Forklift Operator
Midstates
06.2001 - 09.2008
GED -
Illinois Valley Community College